When a pressing hardware issue comes knocking on your doors, it usually means high costs, at least a few hours of repair hassle, and lots of grease and dirt stains all over your snug nest. But did you know that major appliance disasters seldom happen without a prior warning? Knowing which signs of an impending…
Attics are places that seem to be frozen in time, collecting dust and hiding forgotten family heirloom. It is surprising indeed how many people use them as storage spaces where they hardly ever dwell. However, the somewhat awkward architecture of an attic does not mean it cannot serve as a perfect spot for a guest…
Having a set of plumbing repair tools is a must, for if you live in a home long enough. Plumbing problems are something you are certainly going to face. Faucets will drip, pipes will leak, sinks will get clogged and there is no way to avoid it. However, it is not necessary to call your plumber…
For many people, the holiday season is the most wonderful time of the year, but sometimes it can turn into a dreadful experience. Finding the perfect gift for a friend or relative can add a lot of stress to the otherwise busy period. It’s hard to get inside someone’s head and figure out what they…
Buying or renting, this is certainly a dilemma for all those that like to do repair and renovations work at their homes. There is an easy answer for all among them who regularly have a couple of ongoing projects and at least one waiting to be started, they will surely buy it. On the other…
What is your place of seclusion? Where do you find your moment of Zen? Is there a corner in your home where you feel safe, secure and at peace? For most people, such a place is their bed, an armchair next to their book shelves or that special corner filled with all their favorite stuff…
I am one of those women who ask for power tools for birthday and Christmas. Once a tomboy always a tomboy I guess. LOL . My first project that sent me on a path to DIY passion (or sometimes referred to by me as DIY disaster) began when I helped my dad build a book…
Modern living has rendered many people oblivious to all the wastefulness when it comes to the use of resources. They are not aware that simple adjustments in behavior could lead to the limited impact on the environment. Moreover, depleting resources at this rate could have catastrophic consequences for entire countries, and ultimately the human civilization….
Be honest, Are you a hoarder? When was the last time you did any loft or closet de-cluttering? Ok let me rephrase that, when was the last time you stepped foot into your attic? Are you sitting there thinking, ‘Ahhhh…….’. Well that basically means that your closets are currently filled with an abundance of items…
The whole process of growing your own plants offers incredible pleasure, but it requires a lot of work, too. Gardening is not just about getting your hands dirty and to make it right, you will have to use proper tools. Especially for beginners, there are some irreplaceable utensils which can be useful in most of…
